Perform Drama, Dance & Singing Classes
Perform runs weekly drama, dance and singing classes for children aged 4–12 at Watford Quaker Meeting House, 150 Church Road, WD17 4QB. The 4–7s class is on Fridays at 4:00pm; the 7–12s class follows at 5:05pm. Producer Lewis and Teacher Maya run both sessions, with Area Partner Hannah visiting regularly. Every child can attend one free trial session before committing to a block.
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About this class
Perform has been running at Watford Quaker Meeting House every Friday since January 2020. The 4–7s session runs 4:00pm–5:00pm; the 7–12s session follows immediately at 5:05pm, finishing at 6:05pm. Producer Lewis and Teacher Maya lead both classes, and Area Partner Hannah visits both regularly — so the same faces turn up week after week.
Every session combines drama, dance and singing. The 4–7s work through three distinct sections: Move & Feel (dances, rapid-reaction games and yoga-inspired mirroring, building coordination, balance and core stability); Listen, Speak & Sing (specially composed songs, tongue-twisters and raps); and Create & Imagine (character work, storytelling and role-playing improvisations). The 7–12s cover Acting & Improvising — including vocal projection, physicality and accents — alongside Movement & Dance and Speech & Singing. Class sizes are capped at 22, and two Perform staff are in the room throughout.
This summer term the 4–7s are aboard the Jammy Dodger for Mermaids & Pirates, while the 7–12s are working with The Dream, a reworking of A Midsummer Night's Dream. The curriculum is built around Perform's four core areas — Confidence, Concentration, Communication and Coordination — woven into every activity. Because it runs on a rolling basis, children can join at any point in term rather than waiting for September.
Parents receive a personalised feedback form from the Producer each term, signed off by Principal Lucy Quick, and a weekly email detailing what was covered that Friday — so there is no guesswork about what happened in class.
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Can we try a session before committing?
Yes. Every child gets one free trial session, so you can see how the class works before booking a block. You can arrange this online through the Perform website, through Producer Lewis, or by phone.
What ages do the Friday classes at this venue cover?
The 4:00pm class is for children aged 4–7; the 5:05pm class is for 7–12s. Mixed ages within the 4–7s group are intentional — younger children are stretched by the group and older ones practise influencing activities and building leadership skills. For the 7–12s, character and previous experience matter more than the precise age.
How are sessions booked and paid for?
Classes are purchased in blocks of 10 or 20 sessions. You can also renew to the end of term at a slightly higher per-class rate, or pay monthly by Direct Debit. A bursary scheme is available, and childcare vouchers are accepted — call the office for details. New customers who join the mailing list receive £30 off their first block of 10 classes.
What happens if we miss a Friday session?
Missed classes cannot be added to the end of a block. Perform does operate a make-up system, however: your child can attend a session at another venue to cover the missed class, subject to availability, provided they are still enrolled.
What if we decide to cancel?
Refunds are not offered, but you can cancel with three days' notice and the resulting credit transfers to your account for use on other Perform products. If you restart later, a minimum of 10 consecutive classes must be purchased.
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